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Print Version J. Emerson , Inc . FINE WINES & CHEESE 5716 Grove Avenue•Richmond, VA. 23226•(804) 285-8011 www.jemersonfinewine.com STORE HOURS: Mon. 10:00 am to 8:00pm, Tues through Sat.: 9:00am to 8:00pm and: NOW OPEN SUNDAY 12noon to 6pm. TIME TO PRE-ORDER 2019 BEAUJOLAIS NOUVEAU and SAVE!! OCTOBER 2019 NEWSLETTER Saturday October 26, 2018 from 2:00 – 6:00pm 2nd Annual World’s Scariest Wines A selection of unusual grapes, unusual places and unusual colors. But there is nothing to be afraid of…Ha, ha, ha, haaaa. Please join us Wednesday, OCTOBER 9th from 5:30-7:30 pm Our Favorite Virginia Wines. October is Virginia wine month! Discounts on all VA wines during the Tasting! Governor WINE TASTING EVERY SATURDAY 2:00pm-6:00pm “Whatever we feel like opening” Emerson Wine Club SPECIALS [Prices valid through 10/31/19.] Oct. ‘19 USUAL CASE (cs.btl.cost) *2017 Finca la Estacada Tempranillo, DO Ucles, Spain $ 7.99 $10.99 $ 84 ($ 7.00) *2018 Domaine Estrade Cotes de Gascogne Blanc, France $ 9.99 $12.99 $108 ($ 9.00) *2018 Chakana Bonarda "Nuna Vineyard,", Lujan de Cuyo, Argentina $ 9.99 $14.99 $108 ($ 9.00) *2018 Fremondo Falanghina, Campania, Italy $10.99 $13.99 $120 ($10.00) 2018 Cerro Chapeu Chardonnay Reserva, Uruguay $11.99 $13.99 $132 ($11.00) Rosemont of Virginia N/V White Wine, LaCrosse, Virginia $12.99 $14.99 $144 ($12.00) 2017 Bacchus Pinot Noir, "Ginger Cuvee", California $13.99 $15.99 $156 ($13.00) 2016 Rocca Giovanni Langhe Rosso, "Rucat", Piedmont, Italy $13.99 $15.99 $156 ($13.00) A NOTE ABOUT OUR CASE OF THE MONTH: - Our case of the month is an excellent way to get real value for your wine dollar and drink wines from around the world, carefully selected by J. Emerson staff. No need to join an Internet wine club with their mystery wines and made up labels – Our case is infinitely more interesting and a better value! The discounted price for the OCTOBER case-of-the-month is $112.99; (average bottle price: $9.42!!) the regular price would be $166, a savings of over 31%! Here is the line-up and as always, there are 2 each of the first four wines (*) and 1 each of the last four wines. *2017 Finca la Estacada Tempranillo, DO Ucles, Spain - (100% Tempranillo – aged 6 months in American oak) From a DO carved out of the huge Castila-La Mancha region in 2005, this is your new house red. Aromas of black fruits, herbs and a touch of vanilla. This is a juicy, full bodied wine that finishes smooth and balanced with mild, refined tannins. *2018 Domaine Estrade Cotes de Gascogne Blanc, France - (40% Colombard, 30% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Ugni Blanc) A classic Gascogne blend with mild aromas of white currants and herbs. It is rich and full on the palate with a delightful fresh, crisp finish. We love the lower 11.5% alcohol as well! *2018 Chakana Bonarda "Nuna Vineyard" Lujan de Cuyo, Argentina - Bonarda, the second most planted grape in Argentina, is originally from Italy where it is known as Douce Noir and in California it’s called Charbono. The Chakana Nuna vineyard is the estate vineyard and is now certified organic and the winery is moving toward Biodynamic certification. The medium bodied Nuna Bonarda has mild aromas of Plums, black fruits and violets with softer, refined tannins and balanced tangy finish. *2018 Fremondo Falanghina, Campania, Italy - Pronounced notes of daphne blossom mesh with tropical fruit impressions and a touch of nuttiness in this dry, fresh, aromatic white wine from Campania. Perfect with all sorts of grilled and baked fish. 2018 Cerro Chapeu Chardonnay Reserva, Uruguay - Always a favorite, once you have had a chance to taste. 60% of the wine is aged in new French oak, on the lees, which gives a certain weight and viscosity that reminds one of California. Aromas of melon, mango and apples with a touch of toasted almonds and honey; it finishes dry with lively acidity. Rosemont of Virginia N/V White Wine, LaCrosse, Virginia –A non-vintage blend of estate grown Vidal Blanc, Chardonel and Traminette. Mildly aromatic, this is a dry crisp, white wine with a rich mouth feel and nice acidity on the finish. It is an all-purpose white wine that would appeal to a wide audience & would make a nice aperitif or pair with chicken, salmon or whitefish. Remember October is Virginia Wine Month! 2017 Bacchus Pinot Noir, "Ginger Cuvee", California - Fruit is largely sourced from Monterey County. 50% is fermented in tank, 50% in neutral oak, then aged for 8 months in large neutral oak barrels. Mid- weight, fruit forward Pinot Noir with good acidity and balance. 2016 Rocca Giovanni Langhe Rosso, "Rucat", Piedmont, a Italy - (40 % Nebbiolo d'Alba, 40% Barbera d'Alba, 5 % Dolcetto, 5 % Freisa. Yeah we know that’s only 90% but that is the winery info.) Aged 12 months in barrels with aromas of plum, dried cherries/strawberries and vanilla, this is a balanced, full-bodied Langhe red with refined tannins that relax quickly in the glass and beautiful Nebbiolo acidity. TIME TO PRE-ORDER 2019 BEAUJOLAIS NOUVEAU and SAVE!! As the harbinger of the vintage, it's a worthy tradition and the price is the same as last year! Slightly lower alcohol, ripe fruit flavors, food friendly acidity and mild tannins make this the PERFECT THANKSGIVING WINE! Call us at (804) 285-8011 or e-mail us at [email protected] to place your order! This year we have, once again, selected a villages level of Nouveau, Domaine Manoir du Carra Beaujolais Villages, (a better quality level than basic Beaujolais) The 2019 Regular price is $12.99. BUT order before 11/14 and the price is: $10.99 per bottle or save even more and order a case at $112.99 ($9.42/btl.) per case (no additional discounts). The wine is delivered the third Thursday in November (11/21). OCTOBER “SHORT SIPS” CLASS – Wines from Campania. “Campania, like many Italian regions, is home an impressive array of grape varieties, some of which are found almost nowhere else on earth.” This is a one hour educational program, limited to eight people and held in our fine wine room. The class is held twice in OCTOBER – FRIDAY the 18th and SATURDAY the 19th from 6:00 to 7:00pm. –– Class fee is $8 per person. Call or e-mail us for reservations. OCTOBER SALE WINES - This month it’s all about the new world in 2015, baby! SALE: 2015 Fess Parker “Ashley’s Chardonnay, Sta. Rita Hills, California – From a vineyard site originally planted by Fess Parker and named after his daughter, who now runs the winery. The hillside site is only 12 miles from the ocean in the “sideways” valley. Here is a review from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate: “The 2015 Chardonnay Ashley's Vineyard opens with lemon curd, white grapefruit and yuzu scents over suggestions of allspice, croissant and honeysuckle. The elegant, medium-bodied palate offers plenty of zesty citrus and spice layers, with a nice touch of silkiness and good length.” Regular price $36.99 - On SALE in October for $25.99 (while supplies last). SALE: 2015 Bodega Bressia Syrah “Monteagrelo”, Mendoza, Argentina -Walter Bressia, an Argentine wine legend who recently finished a term as the leader of Bodegas De Argentina, a consortium that brings together more than 250 Argentine wineries, has been making wine for over thirty years. The vineyards for this Syrah are located in Vista Flores, a wine-growing area in the Uco Valley of Mendoza, Argentina. Here is a review from Stephen Tanzer /Vinous 7/18: “Good dark red. Strong torrefaction oak notes sweeten the aromas of black raspberry, black pepper and licorice. Rich, plush and sweet, displaying a slightly reductive animal quality to its deep flavors of smoky black raspberry and pepper. A very fine-grained, slightly wild wine with real Syrah character. Boasts lovely depth and finishes even sweeter than the excellent '14, with its broad, dusty tannins in harmony with its fruit.” Reg. price $24.99 - On SALE in Oct. for $20.99 (while supplies last). SALE: 2015 Luca “Beso de Dante”, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina- Luca wines are Laura Catena's wines (daughter of Argentine wine pioneer Nicolás Catena) focused on top vineyards in the Uco Valley...most notably in the highest altitudes near Gualtallary and the new appelation of Paraje Altamira. The winemaker is Estela Perinetti whose family is originally from the Piemonte in Italy and has been making wine in Mendoza since the late 1800s. This is a classic, old-school, high altitude Argentine red blend. Here is a review from Stephan Tanzer/Vinous 7/17: “Bright ruby-red. Very pure aromas of blackberry, licorice, violet and menthol. Juicy, spicy and firmly built, offering lovely intensity to its black fruit and spice flavors. Hints of dried tobacco and cedar add interest, but there's nothing green about this wine. The Cabernet component comes through in the wine's solid structure. Finishes with a smooth dusting of tannins and lingering notes of dried fruits and flowers.” Regular price $37.99 - On SALE in October for $27.99 (while supplies last). NEW ARRIVALS and staff Picks! FROM JOSH: 2018 Marcel Giraudon Bourgogne “Chitry” Burgundy, France - Red Burgundy for under $20?... And it's not the abysmal, heat pasteurized garbage from the grocery store? This is thoughtful small production red Burgundy from a real wine grower from a real place. Giraudon's Pinot Noir is grown on chilly hillside vineyards of Kimmeridgian chalky marl, the same stuff you find in Grand Cru Chablis.
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